Foster Care For Dogs
Fostering gives the dog a chance to recover from
the stress of being in the shelter or being given up by the owner. Additionally, the foster volunteer has the
opportunity to work with the dog to correct some of the behavior problems that
may have led to the dog's surrender.
Aside from regular day-to-day care (feeding,
grooming, exercise), the responsibilities of a foster home may include basic
training
(house training, walking on leash, sit, down);
behavior modification (to correct problems such as jumping, mouthing, barking,
destructive chewing, dashing through doors); socialization and temperament
evaluation (to determine whether the dog is good with different types of people
and other animals); and of course plenty of playtime and snuggling.
After the dog has been evaluated, the search begins
for a permanent home. Finding an adoptive home includes posting the dog's
picture on the internet at WWW.SCLRR.org and simply spreading the word
about the dog to volunteers and adopters. Prospective adopters will have the
opportunity to come and meet the dog in a home setting or at one of our
adoption events held in different areas.
Fostering a dog may seem like a formidable task,
but it is a very tangible way to make a difference. The fostered Labrador
Retriever gets a second chance at becoming a cherished pet. The new owners get
a dog that has been evaluated and is better adapted to home life, therefore has
a better chance of remaining in the new home permanently.
If you are interested in becoming a foster home
for Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue, contact us at
sclrr.org or call our toll free number at 888-554-2522.
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